Mary Anne, recognized by her peers as one of the top designers in Dallas for several years, was born in Seminole, Oklahoma and is an honor graduate of Oklahoma State University. One of the first designers registered in the State of Texas after passing the NCIDQ exam, Ms. Smiley is a professional member of ASID, and is four qualified in AutoCAD. Ms. Smiley has been published in a myriad of publications, and is the recipient of numerous awards for excellence in design.
Ms. Smiley began drawing house plans in fourth grade. Her obsession led her to enroll in Architecture at OSU. But it was the mid 60’s and to her surprise she was informed by the Dean that “women do not enroll in architecture.” Not to be daunted, Ms. Smiley walked across the street to enroll in Interior Design and Fine Art and launched her successful career in interior design. She professes it has been a marvelous adventure ever since.
Ms. Smiley’s career path has taken her from Oklahoma to Colorado, California, and Texas with projects completed on both coasts and all in between. After living for 18 years in Athens, Texas, a magnet for getaway homes and ranches of the rich and famous of Dallas, Ms. Smiley relocated her design firm to Dallas.
Ms. Smiley is known for her use of bright spots of pure color supported by soft lovely pearl finish backgrounds, and for her avant-garde mix of exquisite antiques and layers of sumptuous textiles with contemporary and cutting edge products from metallics to recycled plastics. Her AutoCAD skills have given her the ability to design her own furnishings and products, when unique and creative solutions are required, resulting in recognition for product design.
Ms. Smiley loves color and was one of the pioneers of the use of bright color in Dallas, and consequently in the US.
Ms. Smiley loves time at home with her family, a grown daughter with her own professional career and 3 mini dachshunds and a golden retriever. She and her daughter have a love of all forms of art and nature, and enjoy dabbling in water colors purely for personal pleasure. Ms. Smiley recently illustrated the children’s book, SAM’S BIRTHMARK.
Miss Smiley has been on the Best Designers in Dallas list for the past 9 years, and was celebrated in 2013 as one of the FAB FIVE TOP DESIGNERS IN DALLAS by Luxe and roche Bobois.

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Registered Interior Designer of TexasProfessional ASID memberDHome Best Designer in Dallas from 2007-presentMultiple awards in Design Ovation and Legacy of DesignNumerous publications in Design Guide, Luxe, Modern Luxury, and DHomeFeatured in Beautiful Homes of Texas.

Mary Anne and Jessica did a great job helping us with the interior of our office. They are very knowledgeable and gave great advises. They worked within our budget and provide us with the best decor we could ask for.Read Full Review

Mary Anne Smiley is the group to call when you are wanting to achieve the design of your dreams. Their attention to detail is on point and the colors they use on your project that all compliment one another will complete the look you are after!! MAS Interiors has done our design work at our last two homes and we could not be happier, left with furniture and designs that transcend time. Thank you so much!

April 9, 2020

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you friend!
Your home is spectacular as Dallas Style and Design Magazine attests so well!
Great projects are possible only with GREAT clients!!! Love getting to work with you and do life with you!!!
Mary Anne

Gwen Pham

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October 2019

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$1,000 - $9,999

Mary Anne and Jessica did a great job helping us with the interior of our office. They are very knowledgeable and gave great advises. They worked within our budget and provide us with the best decor we could ask for. We received many compliments for our interior decors and use of color.. I highly recommend them.

February 17, 2020

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

It was such a pleasure working with you and look forward to working with you on future projects!

Timothy Detten

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November 2018

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more than $100,000

Working in a penthouse condo with tons of floor to ceiling windows is difficult. We wanted to enhance our space without disturbing our beautiful view. Marry Anne and her team did a wonderful job of beautifying our space while enhancing our view. Adding the right balance of color and form really made a difference!

July 23, 2019

Abdulradha Alqallaf

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Client

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November 2017

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more than $100,000

Marry Anne Smiley and Dani are excellent designers. They listen very carefully. Mary Anne translated my ideas and my wife ideas into a wonderful house. She is very talented, efficient and punctual. Mary Anne traveled to Kuwait with us to help with the project which reflects her care and passion for work. She is up to date with new materials in the market and has vast expertise with the same. She pays attention to details and advised us on many points including but not limited to furniture, materials, flooring, ceiling design, doors, choice of colors, lightings, air conditioner distribution, switches and outlets locations. I would trust her and her great team with any difficult design.

December 12, 2018

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you so much for that great review! Part of the success of a design project is working with great clients! This client is one of the saviest, and kindest I have ever worked with! Such a pleasure!!

Martin and Trish

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December 2018

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$10,000 - $49,999

Mary Anne and her team are professional, creative, efficient and decisive. She listened to our needs and exceeded our expectations for our living room decorating. We love her eye for color and expertise in space planning.

November 26, 2018

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Y'all were such a treat to work with! So glad you are enjoying the space!

optimomsam

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December 2017

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Thanks to working with Mary Anne and Dani during an extensive renovation, our mid-century modern home is now an incredible space to live, relax and entertain. Mary Anne's vision and design of the space exceeded all expectations. Throughout the project, they were highly responsive, organized, professional, detail-oriented, and overall a joy to work with.

December 8, 2017

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

It was such a fun project, and y'all were amazing to get to work with! I can't believe the difference!

Bobbi Massman

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July 2016

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more than $100,000

Mary Anne and her crew did an amazing remodel of our entry hall, living room and dining room. Her assignment was to make our home NOT look like "old people" lived there (even though they do) and she came through like a champ. She is delightful to work with and very efficient. Her design was perfect. We now have many new modern furniture and art pieces mixed in with some of our most loved pieces

December 3, 2017

Jon Pei

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March 2016

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$1,000 - $9,999

I contacted them because I needed a new design direction for my retail stores. It was great working with them and really felt they understood what I was looking for with my project.
I hope to use them in the future.

December 8, 2016

Susan A

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April 2016

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$10,000 - $49,999

Im so glad I found Mary Anne. She has a delightful (and fun) personality and has so many creative ideas that I would never have considered. Ive used other decorators and they often push their own taste/style on you but Mary Anne made recommendations after understanding my likes/dislikes and incorporated them into her suggestions. She also had great sources for items I was looking needing (furniture, carpets, etc).

August 5, 2016

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you for the kind words Susan! I am so glad I was able to help you in your new home and make it truly yours!

HU-794429

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August 2015

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

I had an outstanding experience! My parents were looking to modernize a large family room, while still maintaining the original feeling of the room which they had enjoyed for nearly 40 years. Mary Anne and team showed tremendous respect for my parents' feelings while still proposing exciting and game changing improvements. They gave us several options in their proposals, with clear cost and time estimates. Once work started, the team did a great job coordinating the work, and they finished on time and on budget. The result, which included new lighting, bookshelves, furniture, and other accents, were simply amazing. The area of the house has been transformed.

August 3, 2016

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you so much! We had such a blast with you and your family, and so glad it met your expectations! (can't wait for the next phase ; ) )

jdmct1

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February 2016

Project Price

$1,000 - $9,999

I hired Mary Anne Smiley Interiors to help update my home. Mary Anne and Dani were perfect! Their ideas were spot on to my request to make my home light and bright and colorful. I am still in the process of implementing all their suggestions, but so far I am extremely happy with the choices of paint and colors they recommended for my rooms. I feel they have a talent for reading what I am looking for and helping me to make it happen. The job is just begun, yet the changes are incredible!

March 4, 2016

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you for the kind words Judy! You have been so great to work with and love how involved you are getting everything done! Can't wait to do more ;)

Sharif & Munir

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Colleague

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August 2015

Project Price

more than $100,000

Mary Anne Smiley has been the ultimate professional on the projects that we have worked on together. Each project has been worthy of publication with many of the details of the overall design being directed by her and her staff.

November 18, 2015

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you so much Michael. I so appreciated the professionalism and level of quality brought to the projects by the Sharif Munir group. Totally professional!

Bernadette Schaeffler Collection

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$1,000 - $9,999

Mary Anne Smiley and Dani are absolutely amazing. They both work incredibly hard to get a project done just right! We've worked closely on several projects and have only had positive results.

November 10, 2015

Mitchell Pool Tables

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Colleague

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July 2015

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

These gals are top notch! I had the pleasure of working with Mary Anne and Dani on a custom pool table for their client and they were great!
The level of professionalism and communication throughout the process was something I dream of! I would highly recommend them.
Tracy Mitchell
Mitchell | Exclusive Billiard Designs |

August 11, 2015

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you Tracy! We are so in love with this pool table, as are the clients!

edavid

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Colleague

Project Date

February 2015

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

I have had to privilege to work with Mary Anne Smiley on several residential projects. Mary Anne and her team have always been up front and professional. Her scope of work has always been impressive. I can honestly say that I am eager and excited to answer a phone call or email from her and her team. They really demonstrate true interior design professionalism.

March 20, 2015

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

How incredibly kind of you to say! Thank you David. You go above and beyond to help us and always are quick to respond!

Dallas Rugs

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Mary Anne is a consummate professional with a keen eye for design. She knows all types of design styles and can pull the perfect elements together to create beautiful, unique spaces. It has been an honor to work with her and her team.

March 20, 2015

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you Alex! We are beyond excited for all the rugs to come in and get it all laid out. Can't wait!

Luminexa Surfacing

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Colleague

Project Date

September 2012

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Mary Anne is a truly inspired designer. I love her work. Her vision is unfailingly crisp and fresh, and her use of color is unparalleled. We have worked together on a variety of projects, and I'm always excited to work with her. She makes my work look good because she sees what can be done instead of what has already been done.

December 15, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Always love your work and working with you! Excited for the new project coming up!

kathykestel

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Client

Project Date

June 2010

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

I have been privileged to work with Mary Anne on several projects over the past decade. The results have always exceeded my expectations. Because of her timeless designs, I am still thrilled today with her work in my home even ten years ago. Most recently, we are working on my teenage daughter's room. And not surprisingly, we are adding to elements she designed years ago, not changing them. With Mary Anne Smiley, there is always a "wow" factor. She is to interior design what Coco Chanel was to fashion. Elle est fabuleuse!

November 5, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Love my clients projects all large and small! Greatest cleints!

sazzach

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Colleague

Project Date

November 2014

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

Mary Anne has expansive product knowledge and is delightful to work with!
She is very detailed oriented with her client's projects and guides them in a focused direction to create a beautiful finished project.
SuAnne Zachary
Artistic Tile Showroom Manager

November 4, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you Saz, has been so great working with you on this Ranch project and it is looking AMAZING so far! Can't wait for it all to be done and looking great!

jsgaumond

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Colleague

Project Date

September 2014

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

It is my pleasure to recommend Mary Anne Smiley Interiors. I have worked with her on several projects over the past year and each one has proved to be impressive in scale, taste, creativity and precision. I personally watched her skill and ability simplify processes at a round table discussion on a very large project. She was sure, calm and effective in making sure each detail of the concept was executed on time, on budget and with elegance.
Mary Anne has a gift for introducing color and vibrancy into her designs. Her interiors always have a touch of playful, realism whether subtle or outstanding. Her clients look to her guidance knowing that she will capture their personalities and lifestyles in her design, but add just the right amount of professionalism.
Working with Mary Anne has been a wonderful opportunity that I will look to repeat on her next project. Good luck! Great choice!

November 3, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you for the kind words! Always a pleasure working with yall at Elegant Additions. Yall are so helpful and make the process easier on us.

peyton1220

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Client

Project Date

November 2012

Project Price

more than $100,000

Mary Anne is a talented designer!!!!! She is incredible to work with. Listens to your desires for your project with a final result that is unique.Mary Anne's many years of experience shows in her projects.I have unusual space in my house and Mary Anne made it look amazing.
I have loved my house and look forward to the completion.

October 21, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you so much :)
Always a fun challenge to conquer odd spaces with fabulous original pieces that fit the space. Let me know when you want to do more ;)

scotpresley

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Colleague

Project Date

September 2014

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

Mary Anne Smiley is top-notch designer in Dallas. Craighead Green Gallery has worked on numerous projects with the Smiley Group and each project is equally stunning.

October 21, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Always LOVE yalls gallery! Such amazing and creative pieces, I always have to have something from yall for every project. Can't wait till we can start placing on this large Ranch project!!

elaineeazor

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Client

Project Date

November 2013

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

MaryAnn came in and brought happy to our home. She knew how to bring in awesome color along with her incredible design experience. She used what we had and helped us add the perfect touches to pull it all together. She's fun, knowledgable, experienced and compassionate. My Mother passed while we were working with her on our project and she handled us so well by keeping things going and was so kind to bring yummy comfort food. Very much enjoyed working with her and would highly recommend her.

October 20, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

It was such an honor working with both of you. Always great to have such wonderful clients like you on such a fun project. You can always let us know when you want to do more ;)

yramtj

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Mary Tomás Gallery appreciates how Mary Anne Smiley approaches her business relationships with enthusiasm and confidence. As a fine art gallery who works with a variety of clients we admire a designer who takes a special interest in placing art in their projects. Mary Anne Smiley believes that fine art shouldn't be an afterthought and incorporates quality art that always makes the final project sparkle with excitement and interest. In our opinion her clients get added value since her eye for art and furnishings produce an eclectic mix. Friendly, inviting and warm are words we would use to describe Mary Anne Smiley and we feel confident recommending her to prospective clients looking for a great designer.

October 20, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Yall are such wonderful people with an amazing gallery! So honored to call you my friends! Very much looking forward to placing some art from yall on this large project.

Empressive Earth Gallery

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Working with such an accomplished interior designer as Mary Anne Smiley is such a delight! Her refined eye and artistic approach to each project delivers an exquisite aesthetic. Mary Anne and her team are knowledgeable, talented and are sure to surpass your expectations when it comes to hiring an interior designer.

April 11, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you Empress! Always love your stuff and what you do, such an incredible person!

spotty123

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n/a

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more than $100,000

It's been my pleasure to work with Mary Anne on a wide range of projects over the last seven years. She and her staff are extremely professional. I love the crisp, contemporary furnishings that she factors into her projects. I also greatly admire how she uses color to creates rooms that look fresh, dynamic and joyful. Mary Anne is always ahead of the curve with her knowledge of new materials and technology. Most projects face challenges of one form or another along the way, but nothing derails her focus to problem solve and find appropriate solutions. As a designer, she's wonderfully gifted at bringing together all of the elements of a home.

March 13, 2014

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you for the kind words :) Y'all are so great to work with and I always love what y'all have! Can't wait for this project to be done so we can see it all together in it's glory!

athens2013

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Client

Project Date

January 2006

Project Price

more than $100,000

Mary Anne Smiley is a true professional. I have worked with her for 20 plus years and know that from remodeling, to space planning, fabrics, furniture, or window treatments all her work is grounded in the principles of good design. She is knowledgeable in all styles and periods of design. She truly understands color. No project is too big for her. She always knows the latest in products and materials available. Her work is sophisticated while practical, and has energy and function.
Ms Smiley has helped us remodel our home three times and she helped with the design and furnishings in a professional building that has ten office spaces.

July 19, 2013

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you so much! It is always so great when I get to work with great clients like you!

charrison001

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Client

Project Date

June 2012

Project Price

more than $100,000

Mary Anne is an extremely talented designer. We enjoyed working with her and absolutely love everything that she suggested for our house.

July 9, 2013Last modified:July 11, 2013

carmenqcgodwin

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Client

Project Date

January 2013

Project Price

more than $100,000

Mary Anne Smiley is a most talented decorator that transforms space using color, and her unique design skills! Her skill and imagination make space turn beautiful!!
Mary Anne has worked on our Vail home,Dallas home,Equestrian Center and, working on Ranch plans now.

June 29, 2013Last modified:July 1, 2013

nataliegperry

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Client

Project Date

April 2011

Project Price

$10,000 - $49,999

Mary Anne Smiley is an amazing designer with all the credentials to back up her awesome work. She has so much experience over the years and has worked with many different clients to achieve their design goals whether it be their primary, secondary or vacation homes. She is very driven to meet deadlines and budgets. She really has a knack for making your space feel very personal to you.

June 28, 2013

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you Natalie for the kind words! Your project is a personal favorite to me and everyone who calls!

vickihc

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Client

Project Date

January 2012

Project Price

more than $100,000

Mary Anne recently completed an extensive design remake of our 1940's home. She listened intently to our desire to transform our cape cod traditional space to soft contemporary. She has extensive knowledge and understanding of architecture and design and was able to communicate effectively with our architect and contractor in order to create that look. She worked tirelessly with all her quality tradesmen to produce custom made sofas, rugs, art, stairs, etc. that turned out way beyond our expectations. Mary Anne is extremely gifted and talented as a designer and is at the forefront of creating exquisite and stunning work. I definitely will use her again!

June 27, 2013Last modified:June 27, 2013

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

Thank you so much! Always glad to make the process a little easier. Can't wait to finish out with some fabulous art!

Claudia Carroll

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Client

Project Date

May 2009

Project Price

more than $100,000

Mary Anne Smiley is a wonderful designer who was involved in most aspects of our home, built 4 years ago. She designed all cabinets, lighting, furniture (including custom furniture), rugs, tile work. She also oversaw art installation and helped with selection. She even helped with the move, arranging books, etc. She is very talented, listens to her clients, and is a tireless worker!

June 26, 2013Last modified:June 27, 2013

Comment from Mary Anne Smiley Interiors:

So great when you have such great clients to work with who also happen to have such fabulous projects for me.

Nancy Crook

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Client

Project Date

May 2002

Project Price

$50,000 - $100,000

Mary Anne Smiley has decorated two homes for us and they were both full of "wow" factors. She made it simple, as as soon as we decided on one element, she took off and pulled together a beautiful schematic that flowed from one beautiful room to another. She is very creative, fun to work with and gets the job done!
We highly recommend her!

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